Stéphane Mallarmé

Stéphane Mallarmé was a French poet from the 19th century, known for his innovative and complex style. He emphasized finding beauty and meaning through carefully crafted language, often using vague or ambiguous imagery to evoke deeper feelings and thoughts. Mallarmé's work aimed to elevate poetry to a fine art, shaping modernist poetry's focus on sound, rhythm, and suggestion over straightforward storytelling. His poems challenge readers to engage actively and interpret their multiple layers of meaning, influencing many artists and writers who followed.